Empowering Island Communities Through Christ.
About Me
Surleigh Tara
Surleigh Tara is the Founder and CEO of Kahs In Kol, Inc. (dba: Pacifika United), a non-profit ministry dedicated to equipping leaders within Pacific Island communities to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. With over 15 years of ministry experience, Surleigh has led efforts to empower individuals with spiritual guidance, biblical knowledge, and practical resources to bring hope and comfort to those in need.
He holds a Master of Divinity from Azusa Pacific University and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Bible Exposition at Liberty University. In addition to his ministry work, Surleigh serves as an IT Systems Analyst at Victor Valley College, where he combines his technical expertise with his passion for service.
Surleigh is deeply committed to his calling, finding joy in sharing the love of Christ and supporting communities through faith-based outreach. He is blessed with a loving family—his wife, Eleanor Marcus Tara, and their four children: Trevor, Vanessa, Chelsea, and Zacheriah—who support and inspire his mission.
Mission Statement -
To ignite spiritual transformation through intentional discipleship, authentic mentorship, and servant leadership—empowering individuals from all walks of life to rise from brokenness, walk in obedience, and lead others with humility and purpose, grounded in the truth of God’s Word.
Blogs
Where Faith Meets Purpose
Meet My Books.
The Age of Optimal Health.
By- Surleigh Tara
The Call Of Discipleship.
By- Surleigh Tara
From Discipleship To Leader.
By- Surleigh Tara
Discipleship call Series.
By- Surleigh Tara
“The Age of Optimal Health” is an empowering book for men over 50 that’s been revised with a personal touch and added Pacific Islander flavor. We provide an in-depth exploration into maintaining an Active lifestyle, Ensuring proper nutrition, and Taking preventative measures to safeguard your health.
Discipleship to Leader compacts Surleigh’s 20 years of transformation from believer into discipler and finally spiritual leader. It is written with clear and direct language, excluding theological fluff or denominational bias, presenting Scripture based truths meant to equip the average believer.
“It’s not a textbook,” he elucidates. “It’s a tool. Something you can pick up today and use tomorrow.“